Biodynamic in Bordeaux: “The Secret is to Work”
In a region dominated by conventional viticulture, here are three small estates that embrace biodynamics
France
NV Volage Rosé Crémant de Loire
Crémant of Cabernet Franc
2015 Gérard Bertrand Grand Terroir Côtes du Roussillon Villages Tautavel
Spirited but dark-hearted red blend
2014 Domaine Guillot-Broux Mâcon-Cruzille
Varietal Gamay, certified organic
2017 Domaine Guy Mardon Gamay Les Toits Rouges Touraine
Juicy Loire Gamay
2015 Château Grange Cochard Vieilles Vignes Morgon
Versatile old-vine wine
2016 Château de Saint-Amour Saint-Amour
Cheerful, refreshing Gamay
2015 Lionel Faury Hedonism Saint-Joseph
Precious St-Joseph cargo
A Walk Amongst the Mushrooms
A cook and forager finds his reward
2015 Château de Marchesseau Lalande-de-Pomerol
Weeknight Right Bank wine
2015 Domaine Mersiol Pinot Gris Alsace
Plush and friendly Pinot Gris
2016 Domaine des Sanzay Vieilles Vignes Saumur-Champigny
Fresh, delightful Cab Franc